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On YouTubeBo Nickal News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Reinier de Ridder speaks on receiving overwhelming support ahead of Bo Nickal clash… ‘People really don’t seem to like him’
On May 3, Reinier de Ridder will look to end the undefeated run of Bo Nickal and he’s got plenty of people backing him ahead of fight night. In Saturday night’s co-main event in Des Moines, ‘The Dutch Knight’ will step back inside the Octagon for the third time since debuting with the promotion last November.
Islam Makhachev News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Islam Makhachev named surprise UFC legend as his favorite fighter of all time… ‘I love his style’
Islam Makhachev has opened up about the retired UFC legend who has earned the accolade of being his favorite fighter. In his esteemed career, the Dagestani has climbed the 155-pound mountain, claiming his place on the throne.
Arman Tsarukyan News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Arman Tsarukyan reveals he turned down ‘disrespectful’ UFC offer to fight a lowed ranked opponent in Abu Dhabi
Arman Tsarukyan isn’t seeing eye-to-eye with the UFC after they tried to book him for a July main event. The top contender in the lightweight division hasn’t fought since Tsarukyan withdrew from UFC 311 where he was set to face the champion, Islam Makhachev, in a rematch.
Cory Sandhagen News / MMA on SI / May 3
Cory Sandhagen says one adjustment could see Sean O'Malley regain title at UFC 316
Next month, Sean O'Malley is going to attempt to become a two-time UFC bantamweight champion if he can regain the belt from current titleholder Merab Dvalishvili in the main event of UFC 316 in Newark, New Jersey.
Michael Bisping News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson reveals what really happened in his sparring sessions with Michael Bisping
Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson has opened up about exactly what his experience was like sparring with Michael Bisping. In their esteemed careers, the American and the Brit established themselves as two of the most ferocious men on the planet, exhibiting incredible fighting spirit every single time they set foot in the cage.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
‘Jon Jones has a concern’… UFC legend says the heavyweight champion has a major worry over fighting Tom Aspinall
Jon Jones is supposedly extremely concerned over one aspect of his potential fight with Tom Aspinall. Despite the pleas from fans around the world, the showdown that the MMA community so desperately craves is yet to come to fruition.
Conor McGregor News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
UFC Des Moines star replicated a feat that only Conor McGregor and one other achieved
On May 3, the Octagon arrives in Des Moines where a potential fight of the night candidate has several ties to Conor McGregor. Jeremy Stephens returns to the UFC in a shocking move that will see the 51-fight veteran compete in front of his home town fans in the main card opener.
Bo Nickal News / Bloody Elbow / May 3
Bo Nickal reveals the weaknesses he’ll ‘look to exploit’ against Reinier de Ridder at UFC Des Moines
Bo Nickal believes he’s pinpointed several holes in Reinier de Ridder’s game ahead of their clash at UFC Des Moines. The 7-0 contender has his eyes firmly set on the middleweight title, believing a victory over the former ONE Championship King will move him one step closer to achieving his goal.
MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 3
UFC Trailblazer is open to trilogy against Ronda Rousey
According to AthlonSports.com, this Saturday, the UFC will host Sandhagen vs. Figueiredo in Des Moines. Veteran MMA trailblazer Miesha Tate will battle against Yana Santos.
Alexander Gustafsson News / Athlon Sports / May 2
UFC Legend Alexander Gustafsson Drops Bombshell on Potential MMA Return
The Ultimate Fighting Championship is known for its superstar athletes and champions including Jon Jones, who is widely known as the GOAT (Greatest of
Dustin Poirier News / Bloody Elbow / May 2
Benoit Saint-Denis earned Dustin Poirier showdown with brutal head kick KO in under two minutes
UFC lightweight contender Benoit Saint-Denis turned himself into a star with a ridiculous knockout in Madison Square Garden. Benoit Saint-Denis was a relatively unknown lightweight prospect entering UFC 295, but left the legendary Madison Square Garden with the win of his life, which earned the attention of UFC superstar Dustin Poirier.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 2
Watch former UFC stars Muhammad Mokaev and Sam Alvey earn wild finishes at Karate Combat 54
UFC castaways Muhammad Mokaev and Sam Alvey proved they’re still at the top of their games at Karate Combat 54. Muhammad Mokaev and Sam Alvey still believe they can compete against the top fighters in the world, particularly in the UFC Octagon.
MMA News / Bloody Elbow / May 2
Arman Tsarukyan calls out UFC rival after defeating one of Khabib Nurmagomedov’s understudies at Karate Combat 54
UFC lightweight contender Arman Tsarukyan has one man on his mind after a wild win at Karate Combat 54. Despite a short-notice withdrawal from UFC 311 earlier this year, Arman Tsarukyan remains active in combat sports as he awaits his next Octagon assignment.
14-0 UFC reject makes brutal statement in Karate Combat debut
Muhammad Mokaev continues his winning ways. Formerly a 14-0 1NC UFC prospect on the cusp of a flyweight title shot, Mokaev was cast aside. UFC Boss Dana White admitted they'd cut ties with Mokaev after his pivotal win against Manel Kape at UFC 304, and he hasn't been let back in since, despite offering to fight for free.
Francis Ngannou News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Francis Ngannou issues statement after woman he hit on motorcycle dies
Francis Ngannou issued a statement Friday regarding the motorcycle accident he was involved in that resulted in the death of a woman. News reports circulated earlier this week saying that Ngannou was in Cameroon riding a motorcycle and had hit a woman who was returning home from an outing with friends.
MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 2
Exclusive: Bo Nickal Responds to Critics, Assesses Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev
The next chapter in Bo Nickal's (7-0) MMA career takes place on Saturday, and he's ready to test himself against Reinier de Ridder (19-2). Nickal and de Ridder will collide in the co-main event of UFC Des Moines.
Zhang Lipeng Betting On Experience Over Youth At ONE Fight Night 31
Zhang Lipeng will see an opportunity to play spoiler on Friday, May 2, at ONE Fight Night 31. The ONE Championship athlete squares off against unbeaten Lucas Gabriel in a lightweight scrap that could push the winner into title contention.
MMA News / Empire Sports Media / May 2
UFC Des Moines Preview and Prediction: Jeremy Stephens – Mason Jones
Kicking off the six-fight main card tomorrow night at UFC Des Moines will be a lightweight matchup that features a very interesting return to the octagon.
Bo Nickal News / Empire Sports Media / May 2
UFC Des Moines Co-Main Event Preview and Prediction: Bo Nickal – Reinier De Ridder
In the co-main event of UFC Des Moines, the most hyped prospect in the middleweight division will face his toughest test to date. Former NCAA national champion Bo Nickal (7-0) will look to keep his perfect professional record as he takes on former two-division ONE champion Reinier De Ridder (19-2).
Tom Aspinall News / Dice City Sports / May 2
Jones’ Old nemesis pegs Aspinall ‘future legend’
Former UFC champion Quinton ‘Rampage’ Jackson has some strong opinions on the UFC Interim Heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall. Jackson has a strong feeling that Aspinall will be around for years to come.
Vinc Pichel News / Dice City Sports / May 1
UFC’s Oldest Fighter announces retirement
In a recent turn of events, bloodyelbow.com reports that UFC veteran Vinc Pichel has announced his retirement from combat sports. Pichel, 42 was the oldest fighter in the UFC for close to a year after Andrei Arlovski left premier promotion last summer.
3 Bouts To Watch At ONE Fight Night 31
ONE Championship’s latest offering in U.S. primetime will be a blitzkrieg of martial arts action. On Friday, May 2, ONE Fight Night 31 takes center stage in Lumpinee Stadium on Prime Video.
MMA News / UFC on ClutchPoints / May 2
Marina Rodriguez vs. Gillian Robertson prediction, odds, pick for UFC Iowa
The UFC Iowa Prelims continue to roll as we’re set to bring you another betting prediction and pick for this upcoming bout in the Women’s Strawweight (115) Division.
Entertainment News / Yardbarker / April 29
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is unrecognizeable as UFC fighter in A24's "The Smashing Machine"
It appears Dwayne Johnson may soon be entering the Oscars conversation with his upcoming role in the Benny Safdie directed film.
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